Job Title: Head of Talent
Location: London
Salary: Up to £100k
Who they are looking for?
Our client is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Head of Talent to lead their talent and management operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the broadcast and digital entertainment landscape, and a proven track record of building relationships with top-tier talent across various media platforms. This role will focus on identifying, attracting, and retaining a diverse range of talent, while also ensuring the highest level of representation for their clients.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the identification, recruitment, and management of top talent across both broadcast (TV, film, radio) and digital (social media influencers, YouTubers, podcasters, etc.)
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and potential clients, networks, production companies, digital platforms, and other relevant stakeholders
* Manage and mentor a team of talent agents and managers, providing guidance, strategic direction, and support to maximize their success
* Cultivate relationships with broadcasters, digital platforms, agencies, and production companies to create opportunities for talent placements and collaborations
* Ensure the agency’s talent is represented authentically and ethically across all platforms, fostering positive relationships between talent and their audiences
Requirements:
* 6+ years of experience in talent management, with a focus on broadcast and digital talent.
* Extensive network within the entertainment industry, particularly in broadcast and digital media
* Strong track record of successfully identifying, signing, and managing talent across various formats and platforms
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse personalities and stakeholders
SUMO is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender. As an employment agency, SUMO are fully committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all (both internally and on behalf of our clients).
Thank you for your interest in the above vacancy. Please note – due to the high volume of CVs & applications we receive, we can't always get back to everyone, although we do try our best! If you haven’t heard from us within 10 working days, unfortunately, your application has not been successful on this occasion.